Visit from Jamil Farooq – Food Reviewer
Pendle Community High School & College welcomed Jamil Farooq, the popular food reviewer and vlogger known as JF Fantastic, on 27 March 2026 for an inspiring careers‑focused visit. Digital Journalism students confidently led the session, introducing Jamil to...
Wake up Wednesday – App and Play Stores
While this offers opportunities for learning and entertainment, it also presents risks that are not always obvious. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide explores key concerns, including: • Malicious apps and hidden malware • Persuasive in-app purchases • Copycat or...
Wake up Wednesday – Instagram
Instagram remains a go-to platform for many young people, offering a constant stream of content, communication and connection. However, features such as livestreaming, messaging and algorithm-driven feeds can also present risks, including exposure to inappropriate...
Action For Happiness – Active April
This months theme for the calendar is Active April. This is to encourage us to find ways to get moving and stay active and healthy.
Eid-ul-Fitr Assembly
On Friday 17th March the whole school and college community came together to celebrate Eid‑ul‑Fitr with a vibrant and inclusive assembly. Students learned about the significance of Ramadan and Eid‑ul‑Fitr, exploring themes of mutual respect and tolerance of different...
Internationale Care Services Trip
During the visit to Integrational Care Services in Nelson on Thursday 26th March, our Digital Careers students explored how information technology supports real workplace environments while engaging meaningfully with service users. The visit aligned with key...
Wake Up Wednesday – Effective Revision and Study Skills
As exam season approaches, many young people rely on revision techniques that feel productive but offer limited long-term impact. Rereading notes and highlighting can create a false sense of confidence, leaving gaps in understanding when it matters most. Our latest...
PCHS Student Online Safety Group – Podcast
The Student Online Safety Group has been working on an exciting project exploring how the internet affects the way young people communicate and feel online. As part of promoting key British Values—particularly Democracy—and supporting communication and social...
Easter Card Making
Students in school have been busy creating beautiful Easter cards to send to a local care home, hoping to bring a little extra joy, colour, and kindness to the residents this spring!
Wake Up Wednesday – Online Trends Encouraging Violence
Violent clips, online conflicts and shock-value challenges can spread rapidly across social media platforms. Many young people are exposed to this content through algorithms or messaging groups, even when they were not actively searching for it.Our...
International Day of Maths
For International Day of Maths, Hodder has been taking part in a range of activities linked to this year’s theme, Maths and Hope. We went on a number hunt around the classroom, finding as many numbers as we could. Each time we discovered one, we had to answer a...
Wake Up Wednesday – Streaming Services
Streaming platforms have quickly become one of the most popular ways for children to watch TV and films. But behind the convenience of on-demand content are several risks that parents and educators should be aware of. From excessive screen time and binge watching to...
Family Pizza Workshop
On Friday 6th March 2026, we held our first Family Pizza Making Workshop in our catering kitchen. The families made their pizza dough from scratch and then added their choice of delicious toppings. The workshop was well attended and due to a high demand we, are...
Ernie Buksh – Integrationale Care Services
On the 6th of March the Digital Journalism students welcomed visitor Ernie Buksh for a careers-focused media workshop. The session supported key educational objectives, giving students a real encounter with an employer while linking curriculum learning to future...
Break Time Registration
Good news! Breaktime registrations will re-open from 1st April 2026. If you would like more information please visit Break Time short break activities - Lancashire County Council or contact Alison McConville (Family Liaison) at school.
Digital Careers Students Visit Burnley College
On 5 March 2026, the Digital Careers group visited Burnley College to explore how technology is used in real workplaces and to support their career research. Students toured the campus, learned about the E‑Sports suite and its related courses, and discovered how the...
Wake Up Wednesday – Creative Ways To Encourage Reading
Tomorrow is World Book Day, and it’s the perfect chance to spark a love of reading in every child. Stories don’t just build literacy skills, they inspire curiosity, boost confidence and open doors to new worlds. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday highlights simple,...
Marsden’s Trip to Salvation Army
Marsden students enjoyed an inspiring visit to the Salvation Army in Nelson on 3 March 2026, where they learned first‑hand how charities support local communities. As part of their learning objectives, students explored how foodbanks operate, discovered the wide range...
Action for Happiness – Mindful March
This months theme for the calendar is Mindful March. This is to encourage those to pause, breathe and notice so that we can respond more mindfully.
PCHS Panathlon
Our KS3 classes arrived to take on a carousel of activities, competing against other schools. Rotating through bowling, golf and darts, they faced off against other schools with determination, ambition and teamwork to take home the trophy. There were triumphant...
Steam Festival
The year 9 pupils took a trip to Nelson and Colne college to attend the STEAM Festival on 27 February 2026. They have taking part in activities such as Talkioke, rocket‑making, drawing and exploring memory‑foam technology from Silentnight, while meeting employers from...